How To Fix WRF_STR012 - Specify a hierarchy ID and level for the article hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_STR - Messages: Strategies Fashion

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Specify a hierarchy ID and level for the article hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_STR012 - Specify a hierarchy ID and level for the article hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message WRF_STR012 indicates that a hierarchy ID and level must be specified for the article hierarchy when working with certain functionalities in SAP, particularly in the context of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to perform an operation related to article hierarchies (like creating or updating an article) without providing the necessary hierarchy ID and level.
  The system expects a specific hierarchy structure to be defined for the articles, but it is missing or incorrectly configured.
  The article master data is incomplete or not properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WRF_STR012 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Article Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the article you are working with has the necessary hierarchy ID and level defined in its master data.
  Go to the article master data transaction (e.g., MM02 for changing material) and check the relevant views for hierarchy settings.
  
  
  
  Define Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy ID is not defined, you may need to create or configure the article hierarchy in the system.
  Use transaction WRF1 (for defining article hierarchy) to create or modify the hierarchy structure.
  
  
  
  Assign Hierarchy to Article:
  
  Make sure that the article is assigned to the correct hierarchy and level. This can be done in the article master data or through the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for article hierarchies in the SAP system. This can be done through the SPRO transaction (Customizing) under the Retail or Logistics sections.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to set up and manage article hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  WRF1: Define Article Hierarchy
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to article hierarchies and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_STR012 error and successfully manage article hierarchies in your SAP system.